PC Optimum problems

A new loyalty rewards program, which merges the popular PC Plus and Shoppers Optimum programs, has launched, but people are already reporting problems with PC Optimum. Some customers say they can’t add existing points to it.

Loblaw, the parent company behind the programs, said the launch had a “couple of bumps” because of massive interest. If you’re worried about losing your points, hold on to your receipts. A loyalty card expert says this will help you get credited.

Bread price-fixing investigation

In court documents, the bureau claims that two wholesalers, Canada Bread Company Ltd. and George Weston Ltd, first came up with the plan in 2001 and then worked with major retailers to raise prices in tandem.

What else is going on?

Phones not slower on purpose. Apple says it would never do anything intentionally to shorten the life of your phone. But the tech company is facing an investigation about why older iPhones are getting slower.